Physical Activity as a Vital Sign
Emily Hoffman, JRMC Exercise Physiologist At each doctor visit we are measured for height, weight, heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate, and body temperature as these are important indicators for current health...
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Emily Hoffman, JRMC Exercise Physiologist Week Five of New Year, New You wraps up our four-part series on stress management. We have read about the stress response and negative consequences of a...
read moreStress management: 3 steps to stress-free
There are many stressors we all face that cannot be changed, reduced, or avoided. But, we can change our reaction in the face of stress. We can control how we respond. And,...
read moreFive tips effective workout
Life is hectic these days. And, it’s far too easy to put working out on the backburner. Sooner or later, however, we pay the price with our health and or with our...
read moreGood Stress, Bad Stress, Part 1
Modern life is full of hassles, demands, deadlines and frustrations. For many, stress has become a way of life. In small doses, it is certainly good. It helps to perform under pressure...
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